SHOP LOCAL: Where to find last minute gifts in Dayton this holiday season – Dayton Daily News

Credit: Natalie Jones
Credit: Natalie Jones

We’re just a few days away from Christmas and if you haven’t finished your holiday shopping just yet, we have ideas. Here’s a list of over 20 locally-owned businesses in downtown Dayton where you can find gifts and more:

2nd Street Market
Location: 600 E. Second Street in Dayton
Details: The market features a variety of growers/producers, specialty food vendors/bakers, artisan/general merchandise vendors and restaurants. Vendors are open Fridays through Sundays with anything from pottery and candles to jewelry and specialty chocolates.
For more information, visit www.metroparks.org or the market’s Facebook page.
Bonnett’s Book Store
Location: 502 E. Fifth Street in Dayton
Details: A bookstore featuring used books, movies, comics, back-issue magazines and more.
For more information, visit the book store’s Facebook page.

Brim
Location: 464 E. Fifth Street in Dayton
Details: A hat and accessory store for men and women with a variety of styles and types. Customers can find flat brim hats, beanies, jewelry, bags and more.
For more information, visit www.brimonfifth.com or the store’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Clash Dayton
Location: 521 E. Fifth Street in Dayton
Details: A boutique featuring local artists, designers, vintage clothing and many one of a kind pieces.
For more information, visit www.clashdayton.com or the boutique’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Eclectic Essentials
Location: 510 E. Fifth Street in Dayton
Details: A store selling an eclectic mix of handbags, art, jewelry, vintage antiques and more.
Feathers Vintage Clothing
Location: 440 E. Fifth Street in Dayton
Details: A vintage clothing store with vinyl records, sterling silver rings and more.
For more information, visit the store’s Facebook page.
Grace Lane Boutique
Location: 133 E. Fourth Street in Dayton
Details: A boutique specializing in ethical, fair trade and sustainable brands. Customers can find tops, bottoms, dresses, shoes, accessories, home goods and more.
The boutique also has a spot at The Greene Town Center.
For more information, visit www.gracelaneboutique.com or the boutique’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Heart Mercantile
Location: 601 E. Fifth Street in Dayton
Details: A boutique filled with clothing, home goods, local/homemade items, jewelry, Dayton-centric gifts and more.
For more information, visit www.heartmercantile.com or the boutiques Facebook or Instagram pages.

Luna Gifts & Botanicals
Location: 261 Wayne Ave. in Dayton
Details: A sister business of Heart Mercantile, Luna Gifts & Botanicals has succulents, paper goods, candles and other natural products.
For more information, visit www.lunadayton.shopsettings.com or the store’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Mikes Vintage Toys
Location: 508 E. Fifth Street in Dayton
Details: A vintage toy shop buying, selling and trading action figures, toys and other collectibles.
For more information, visit www.mikesvintagetoys.com or visit the shop’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Norman’s Pet Supply Co.
Location: 223 N. Main Street in Dayton
Details: Norman’s Pet Supply Co. features an inclusive supply of pet goods, a self-serve dog bathing station and more. Customers can find treats from small-batch companies, leashes, bandanas, toys, grooming products and a selection of quirky items like socks, stickers and greeting cards.
For more information, visit the shop’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Now and Zen DIY Studio
Location: 121 E. Third Street in Dayton
Details: A studio specializing in do-it-yourself terrariums.
For more information, visit www.shopnowandzen.com or the studio’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Omega Music
Location: 318 E. Fifth Street in Dayton
Details: An independent record store with a variety of new releases and more.
For more information, visit www.omegamusicdayton.com or the store’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Pink Moon Goods
Location: 2027 E. Fifth Street in Dayton
Details: A curated retail shop featuring sustainable, ethical and unique home goods.
For more information, visit www.pinkmoongoods.com or the shop’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Reduce & Reuse Refillery
Location: 133 E. Fourth Street in Dayton
Details: A low-waste sustainable refill station offering body care products and more is open within Grace Lane Boutique.
The refillery also has a spot in Maraluna by Pachamama Market at 2505 Far Hills Avenue in Oakwood.
For more information, visit www.reducereuserefillery.com or the refillery’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Skeleton Dust Records
Location: 133 E. Third Street in Dayton
Details: The record shop has a curated and eclectic selection of vinyl, CDs and cassette tapes.
For more information, visit www.skeletondustrecords.com or the shop’s Facebook or Instagram pages.
Sole Touchers
Location: 37 S. St. Clair Street in Dayton
Details: A new and used consignment shop that features buying, selling and trading shoes.
For more information, visit www.soletouchers.com or the shop’s Facebook or Instagram pages.

The Entrepreneurs Shoppe
Location: 1109 W. Third Street in Dayton
Details: A retail store that houses 30 small businesses featuring clothing, accessories, cosmetics and more.
For more information, visit the shoppe’s Facebook page.
The Iron Dog/Never Trend
Location: 504 E. Fifth Street in Dayton
Details: A furniture store filled with unique and vintage items.
For more information, visit The Iron Dog’s Instagram page or Never Trend’s Instagram page.
Theze Dealz
Location: 3183 W. Siebenthaler Drive in Dayton
Details: A boutique offering a variety of donated, gently used women’s clothing with the majority priced less than $10.
For more information, visit www.thezedealz.com or the boutique’s Facebook page.
Vidia’s Closet
Location: 27 S. St. Clair Street in Dayton
Details: A boutique specializing in fashion forward style with an unique twist.
For more information, visit www.vidiascloset.com or the boutique’s Facebook or Instagram pages.

About the Author

Natalie Jones is an All Media Journalist with Dayton.com focusing on food and dining, pop culture and lifestyle. She is a Wright State University graduate with over six years of experience in the media field.

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